Defrosting Insufficient
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Pontiac Vibe. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Defrosting Insufficient
| Step | Action | Yes | No |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
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Go to Step 2 | Go to Step 10 |
| 2 | Measure the engine operating temperature. Does engine reach normal operating temperature? |
Go to Step 3 | Go to Step 4 |
| 3 |
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Go to Step 5 | Go to Step 12 |
| 4 | Repair the low engine temperature concern. Refer to Engine Fails To Reach Normal Operating Temperature
in Engine Cooling. Is the repair complete? |
Go to Step 14 | - |
| 5 | Is the vehicle equipped with A/C? | Go to Step 6 | Go to Step 14 |
| 6 | Test the operation of the A/C compressor clutch. Does the A/C compressor clutch engage? |
Go to Step 8 | Go to Step 7 |
| 7 | Repair the A/C compressor clutch. Refer to HVAC Compressor Clutch Does Not Engage
in HVAC Systems-Manual. Is the repair complete? |
Go to Step 14 | - |
| 8 | Perform the A/C system performance test. Refer to Air Conditioning (A/C) System Performance Test . Is the A/C system operating within the specifications? |
Go to Step 9 | Go to Step 11 |
| 9 | Inspect for correct operation of the recirculation door. Is the recirculation door operating correctly? |
Go to Step 14 | Go to Step 13 |
| 10 | Repair the air delivery concern. Refer to Air Delivery Improper
in HVAC Systems - Manual. Is the repair complete? |
Go to Step 14 | - |
| 11 | Repair the A/C performance concern. Refer to Symptoms - HVAC Systems - Manual
. Is the repair complete? |
Go to Step 14 | - |
| 12 | Repair the heating concern. Refer to Heating Performance Diagnostic . Is the repair complete? |
Go to Step 14 | - |
| 13 | Repair the recirculation door concern. Is the repair complete? |
Go to Step 14 | - |
| 14 | Operate the system in order to verify the repair. Does the system operate correctly? |
System OK | Go to Step 1 |